My Alamari

Happy Friday! During these last 15+ years working in the Supply Chain & Tech industry, I have become friends with amazing professionals and business leaders. These professionals and leaders are solving tough problems for their customers while building resilient Supply Chains. I thought it would be wonderful to showcase the important work that happens in moving products from point A to B and the people who help make this a reality every day. To showcase these individuals and their work, I have been ruminating on a podcast idea for months and finally its coming to life. My podcast called "The Silk Road" will air on your chosen podcasting platform (Apple, Spotify, youtube etc) next Wednesday and will recur every month. The Silk road of the yesteryears created trade routes that connected the Eastern and Western worlds from the second century BCE until the mid-15th century. This Silk road podcast will instead take you deep into the ever-evolving world of Supply Chains & the people who move these complex supply chains. Hope you will tune in, review, subscribe and cheer our guests along the way. Stay tuned as we unveil, The Silk Road podcast with our first guest, Juan Cora, CEO and Founder at Aquatio. Juan will walk us through his journey to entrepreneurship, sharing advice for new founders, the challenges that the shipping office and the related stakeholders face in the journey to digitization, and how Aquatio is in a race to solve this for the 3pls. You will not want to miss Juan's story and his passion for the Supply Chain industry. In the meantime, here is a short snippet of the problem space that Juan and his team are addressing - silo'ed tech stacks, paper, emails and phone trails and still continuing to meet the customer where they are! #TheSilkRoad #entrepreneur #supplyChain #logistics

The elegance of Kanchivaram Sarees Vanakkam! Kanchivaram sarees, also known as Kanjivaram sarees, are an exquisite testament to the rich cultural heritage of Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, India. The legacy of these sarees dates back to the reign of the Chola Dynasty, approximately 400 years ago. During this period, the art of silk weaving flourished, especially with the migration of two prominent weaving communities from Andhra Pradesh to Kanchipuram. These artisans brought their unparalleled expertise and began crafting sarees inspired by the region's temples and mythological narratives. Each Kanchivaram saree is a labor of love, a masterpiece cherished and passed down through generations. The Weaving Process The creation of a Kanchivaram saree is a meticulous, labor-intensive process that unfolds in several steps. These sarees are crafted from pure mulberry silk, renowned for its durability and rich texture. The process involves three primary stages: Preparation of Silk Threads: The silk threads are dipped in rice water and sun-dried to enhance their thickness and stiffness. This treatment ensures that the fabric remains strong and long-lasting. Dyeing: The silk threads are then dyed in vibrant, striking colors, readying them for the intricate weaving process. Weaving with Zari Threads: The dyed silk threads are woven together with zari threads, made from silver and gold, which add a distinctive sheen and shimmer under light. The weaving typically involves the use of three shuttles, with the border and pallu (the part of the saree that drapes over the shoulder) often woven separately and then interlocked. This technique, known as the korvai weave, ensures the saree's durability, even if it tears. My Experience in Chennai Every visit to Chennai is incomplete without a trip to purchase beautiful silk sarees. On my last visit, I discovered a boutique in Kilpauk called Kanakavalli. The visionary behind this boutique curates unique designs through a weave her family owns in Kanchipuram. I highly recommend scheduling an appointment to visit the store. The staff at Kanakavalli were incredibly attentive, taking the time to explain the nuances of each saree and helping me try them on. It was a delightful experience to adorn such stunning sarees. If you find yourself in or around Chennai, a visit to Kanakavalli is a must. It's truly worth your time. I left with a gorgeous chocolate brown saree adorned with gold butta and a pastel border, a piece that I will cherish forever.

Interesting take on the challenges in modern day supply chains

My good friend Jessica Sutcliffe invited me to be on this podcast to share my thoughts on diversity, inclusion and future of tech. Thank you Jess, for having me on the podcast. It was a blast!! I learnt a ton about you during this time and I am grateful for this opportunity and humbled to be part of the discussions on this important topic. On the personal front, during my downtime, I have spent time with my family, and have picked up my side hustle(www.myalamari.com) to continue to build out our customer base and enrich their Maharani moments!!